p>Technoblade: Minecraft YouTuber? dies from cancer aged 23
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p>Technoblade, a Minecraft YouTuber?, has died at the age of 23. His family posted an emotional video of his funeral on behalf of him.
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p>The video, which was titled "solong geeks", was posted to his 10 million followers and showed his father saying that he was "the best kid anyone could ever wish for".
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p>The US internet sensation gained fame livestreaming and posting clips of himself playing the video game sandbox.
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p>In the year 2000, Technoblade revealed to fans that he was diagnosed with cancer.
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p>The message to say goodbye that he wrote moments before his death and read by his father, began: "Hello everyone, Technoblade here. If you're watching this. I am dead."
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p>He then revealed that his real name was Alex. He also recalled the moment he tricked viewers to believe his name be Dave.
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p>"Thank you all for supporting my work over the years," he continued. "If I had another hundred years in my life, I think Technoblade would be my top choice again. They were the best years of my entire life."
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p>The online star, who took home Minecraft tournaments and had thousands of fans talking about his life in a humorous fashion while playing the game, explained in a fundraising video published in February that he received radiation therapy, chemotherapy and a limb salvage procedure after he developed a painful tumor in his right arm.
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p>He died of sarcoma, which is a rare bone and soft tissue cancer.
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p>In August 2021, he was able to reveal the diagnosis of cancer. He stated that he initially believed that the pain that he was experiencing was due to an injury to the muscles from excessive gaming. He was diagnosed with cancer after his arm started swelling. http://www.bcsnerie.com/members/budgetmargin14/activity/3112237/ </p>
p>Technoblade's identity isn't known. However, his online avatar was a picture a crown pig.
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p>His YouTube channel has 10.8 million subscribers. His bio says: "I play too many video games. I may not be the best, but I do have hot elbows."
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p>'Strategizing in heaven'
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p>Fans as well as fellow gamers and YouTubers? have paid tribute to him on the internet after the news of his passing.
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p>"I'll never forget the day I met Technoblade," recalled J Schlatt. "I got up early to play the Minecraft tournament with Technoblade. I was unsure of how to play... but the dude was able to keep us entertained throughout the entire event.
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p>"Rest in peace, big guy. You'll always be a legend."
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p>YouTuber? Captain Puffy Captain Puffy, aka Cara tweeted: "Rest in peace Technoblade He treated me with love and respect and never denied me access to anything. He couldn't be more generous!"
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p>She added: "Thank you for everything you've done to help this community. It will never be the same without you."
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p>Tommy Innit said: "Technoblade is legendary. From being a massive fan, to becoming one of his friends, I cannot even begin to describe how grateful I am to have been in his life. I can tell he's planning in heaven on how to defeat God ..."
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p>"I've been watching Technoblade's films for the last hour," added Ludwig Ahgren. "He was so witty, so humble even in the most difficult of circumstances. He will always be a role model for me."
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p>Quackity also expressed his gratitude online by writing: "I had to have the opportunity to share how much respect I have for Technoblade not just for his huge impact on the world but also for his incredible humour even in the darkest of times." I will miss him so greatly."
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p>"May the man rest in peace,"added eSports gamer Jake Lucky.
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p>Technoblade's father thanked fans during the video that he sent to fans saying: "You meant a lot to him."
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p>He said that a portion of proceeds from online orders for the items of his son's death would now go to charity.
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p>The video ended with a statement from his family that read: "We, the family of Technoblade we wanted everyone to know just how much he adored and respected his fans and colleagues.
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p>Technoblade was active since the beginning of his career. He was always trying to find ways to delight and reward his followers. He gave away prizes online and encouraged good sportsmanship and shared his Minecraft adventures for laughter and entertainment.
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p>"Even after his success He managed to maintain his humour and good nature, and fought with a charming balance of confidence and self-deprecating humor."
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p>Minecraft allows players to create their own virtual world by digging holes and collecting blocks.
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p>Recent updates to the game have been utilized by youngsters to improve their career skills, and to solve real-world problems like flooding.
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p>Ted Nevison described Technoblade to be "effortlessly funny" and "endlessly talented". He added, "Gone too quickly."
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p>Bad Boy Halo also paid tribute, saying: "Words can't express how much you will be missed. The lives you have touched and the impact that you made on their lives will be remembered for the rest of time.
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p>Slimecicle said Technoblade's "personality and sense of humour were a true inspiration to me and countless others."
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p>"Thank you for everything you gave to a world that took you too soon, you will always be a legend."
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